Host:
University of Pennsylvania
Contact:
James Reidel, Director Tel: 215-898-8681 Fax: 215-898-2684 3340 Walnut Street 110 Fisher-Bennett Hall Philadelphia, PA 19104-6274 USA
Established:
1965 
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English Language ProgramsDescriptionThe University of Pennsylvania, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740, is one of eight private universities known as the Ivy League. US News & World Report consistently ranks Penn in the top ten national universities. 23,000 students study in Penn's four undergraduate and 12 graduate and professional schools, including 4,500 international students. The English Language Programs (ELP) offers courses and complete programs of study for a wide variety of purposes, including general English, English for business and the professions, academic preparation, and teacher training. The ELP is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs. LocationThe University of Pennsylvania is located a few minutes from the downtown business, entertainment, and historic districts of Philadelphia. Philadelphia is the 5th largest metropolitan city in the USA and one of the most historic. New York City, Washington DC, and Atlantic Ocean beaches are all just a few hours away.
Teaching QualificationsAll ELP faculty have completed coursework at the graduate level in teaching English as a Second Language, and some have received PhDs and other advanced degrees such as MBAs. Faculty frequently conduct research, author textbooks, publish articles, present papers at conferences, and hold office in local and national organizations.
Course InformationGeneral English: Yes
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Yes
English for Business: Yes
Other Programs:Business Intensive Program (Intensive English program focused on Business English), University Connection (Academic Admissions and Academic Intensive Concentrations), International Business Communication Program (4 weeks), SIIBS summer pre-MBA program (4 weeks), , Conversation and Culture (4 weeks in July & August), Online Courses (TOEFL, GMAT, GRE, university application essay, business writing, grammar, biomedical writing)
Private Classes: No
Customised Groups: Yes
Maximum Class Size: 17
Average Class Size: 14
Levels:
Beginner Levels: 4
Intermediate Levels: 3
Advanced Levels: 1
New students take a placement test at orientation to determine which level is appropriate for them. More than 35 different courses are offered in the Intensive Program. Intermediate and advanced students choose some or all of their courses (electives).
Minimum Hours Required Per Week: 20
Maximum Hours Per Week: 25
Part Time Available: Yes
Session Length:
Sessions are 7.5 weeks: 3 days of orientation and testing for new students, followed by 7 weeks of class. Sessions begin in January, March, May, July, September, and November.
Student Origins and Enrollments
Student Origins:
Africa: 1%
Asia: 40%
Europe: 9%
Latin America: 10%
Middle East: 40%
Average Enrollments:
February: 200
July: 250
October: 200
FacilitiesELP offices and classrooms are located in historic Fisher-Bennett Hall, in the center of the 250-acre Penn campus. Computer and digital language labs are available. Students receive E-mail accounts and access to the Internet.
FeesFees based on a session length of 7 weeks. Fees may have changed since this information was published — check for latest information. Included means that this service is provided at no extra charge.
Notes on Fees:
Total price includes tuition, fees and required insurance. Tuition also includes a non-refundable $310 deposit that must be paid at the time of application. Tuition and fees are for a 7.5 week session. Discounts apply to tuition and fees if you sign up and pay for 2 or more sessions at once (does not apply to combination of Summer 2 and Fall 1 sessions). Prices are valid through August 2009; prices will change beginning with the Fall 1, 2009 session. Housing, food, books and personal items not included.
AccommodationsDormitory: $2150
Homestay: $1500
On-campus housing in the ELP House at the Sheraton is available in double (shared) or single (private) rooms. International House of Philadelphia is a private dormitory located near the campus. Homestays with families near campus are also available. Housing in on-campus dormitories are available in summer only. Housing prices are valid through August 2010 and are subject to change. Student ServicesThe Student Center contains university catalogs and admission guides, and the staff is available to assist students. The Student Center also organizes social and cultural events and helps students with questions about living in the USA. Students receive e-mail accounts and access to the Internet. Computer and language labs are available. Students can participate in the Conversation Partners Program, which matches them with students at Penn. Educational Service OpportunitiesTests include the Institutional TOEFL, TOEIC, and SPEAK. Certificates of completion are awarded to eligible students. The coordinator of the Intensive Program issues letters of recommendation upon request. Students at the advanced level can apply to take credit courses offered by the University's College of General Studies or the Wharton Programs for Working Professionals. The application must include evidence of proficiency in English as well as official academic records and a translation of them in English. Tuition for credit courses is higher than for courses in the Intensive Program. TransportationMost students travel to Philadelphia by airplane, and they arrive at the Philadelphia International Airport, which is located only 7 miles/11 km from the University of Pennsylvania. Some students travel to Philadelphia by train from New York City or Washington, DC, a trip of 2 hours or less. |
